If you are a drug discovery firm dealing with the impossible complexity of molecular simulation — this project developed a scaled-up system with 100 qubits that provides the computing power needed for large-scale applications. This allows for faster identification of viable drug candidates.
Scaling European Superconducting Quantum Computers to 100 Qubits for Industrial Use
Imagine a computer that doesn't just work faster, but solves problems in a completely different way using super-cooled circuits. This effort is like building a high-tech highway for these machines, creating the chips, the cooling systems, and the software to make them work. It's moving from small lab experiments to a system that can actually handle complex, real-world tasks.
What needed solving
Current quantum computers are often too small or too restricted for real-world industrial use. There is a lack of a complete, integrated ecosystem of hardware and software that can scale to hundreds of qubits.
What was built
Three demonstrators: a 100-qubit system, a pulse-level access system for developers, and a flexible qubit design tester. It also includes a full stack of cryogenics, wiring, and HPC-integrated software.
Who needs this
Who can put this to work
If you are a supply chain optimizer dealing with global routing inefficiencies — this project developed a benchmarking and test suite to explore beyond-classical performance in real-world applications. This helps in finding the most efficient paths for thousands of shipments simultaneously.
If you are a quantitative hedge fund dealing with high-risk portfolio optimization — this project developed a system with pulse-level access for software development. This enables the creation of custom algorithms to predict market shifts with higher precision.
Quick answers
What is the cost or price of these systems?
Based on available project data, no specific pricing or cost information is provided.
Can this be scaled for industrial use?
Yes, the project is delivering a system with 100 qubits and is developing the technology needed to reach the 1000 qubit level in the future.
How is the IP and licensing handled?
The project has developed structured IP policies and commercialization strategies for its key exploitable results.
How does this integrate with existing IT infrastructure?
The software stack is currently being connected towards full HPC (high performance computing) integration.
What is the timeline for availability?
The project runs from 2023-03-01 to 2026-08-31, with intermediate-size systems being released to the public soon.
Who built it
The consortium is highly balanced for commercial transition, featuring 31 partners across 11 countries. With an industry ratio of 35% (11 companies, including 8 SMEs), the project ensures that academic research from 9 universities and 10 research organizations is directly aligned with market needs and industrial scaling.
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